Outside Sales Representative - Central Pennsylvania

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Harrisburg, PA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Food
The Role
Manage and grow an assigned Central Pennsylvania territory through prospecting, in-person customer visits, and relationship-building. Recommend foodservice products, resolve customer issues, generate new leads, work with brokers/manufacturers, participate in events, maintain CRM data, prepare forecasts, and collaborate with internal teams to meet sales and growth targets.
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Outside Sales Representative – Central Pennsylvania Territory

Location: Harrisburg, PA (Serving Central Pennsylvania Territories)
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Travel: Daily travel throughout assigned territory

About Feeser's

Founded in 1901, Feeser's, Inc. is a family-owned and operated foodservice distributor serving customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, we provide restaurants, healthcare facilities, schools, hospitality organizations, and other institutions with an extensive selection of dry, refrigerated, frozen, and specialty foodservice products.

We're looking for a motivated Outside Sales Representative to help grow our customer base throughout Central Pennsylvania while delivering exceptional service to existing accounts.

Position Summary

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will manage an assigned Central Pennsylvania territory by building relationships with current customers, identifying new business opportunities, and helping customers find solutions that support their operations.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys developing long-term partnerships, working independently, and contributing to a collaborative sales team.

What You'll DoTerritory Management
  • Manage and grow an assigned sales territory throughout Central Pennsylvania.

  • Develop new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and community engagement.

  • Maintain regular in-person visits with existing customers.

  • Build long-term customer relationships through outstanding service and communication.

  • Achieve territory sales and growth objectives.

Customer Support
  • Recommend foodservice products and solutions based on customer needs.

  • Provide product knowledge, menu suggestions, and market insights.

  • Resolve customer concerns promptly while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.

  • Communicate new products, promotions, and industry trends to customers.

Sales & Business Development
  • Identify opportunities to increase sales within existing accounts.

  • Generate new customer leads and convert prospects into long-term business relationships.

  • Partner with brokers and manufacturer representatives to introduce new products.

  • Participate in food shows, manufacturer events, customer demonstrations, and training opportunities.

Administrative Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate customer information within the company CRM.

  • Monitor territory performance and prepare sales forecasts.

  • Process credits, customer requests, and required documentation accurately and on time.

  • Assist with manufacturer recalls by notifying customers and completing required documentation.

  • Collaborate with Purchasing, Transportation, Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, and other internal departments.

QualificationsRequired
  • High School Diploma or GED.

  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

  • Ability to travel daily throughout an assigned Central Pennsylvania territory.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.

Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or a related field.

  • Foodservice sales experience.

  • Restaurant management or culinary experience.

  • Outside sales experience.

  • Experience building business relationships and developing new accounts.

Skills
  • Customer relationship management

  • Business development

  • Outside sales

  • Negotiation

  • Problem solving

  • Organization and planning

  • Communication

  • Time management

  • CRM systems

  • Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

  • Travel throughout an assigned territory on a daily basis.

  • Sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday.

  • Lift and move products or materials weighing up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.

  • Operate a motor vehicle safely.

  • Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

  • Use a computer and mobile technology throughout the workday.

Benefits

Feeser's offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive base salary plus incentive opportunities

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off

  • Paid Holidays

  • Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Ongoing Training & Professional Development

  • Career Growth Opportunities

Territory Covered

This position supports customers throughout Central Pennsylvania, including communities such as:

  • Harrisburg

  • Lancaster

  • York

  • Lebanon

  • Carlisle

  • Mechanicsburg

  • Camp Hill

  • State College

  • Surrounding Central Pennsylvania areas

Skills Required

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to travel daily throughout an assigned Central Pennsylvania territory
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software
  • Ability to lift and move products or materials up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or related field
  • Foodservice sales experience
  • Restaurant management or culinary experience
  • Outside sales experience
  • Experience building business relationships and developing new accounts
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The Company
HQ: Harrisburg, PA
140 Employees
Year Founded: 1901

What We Do

What began in 1901 as a small local produce company in downtown Harrisburg, has grown into a large food distribution company employing hundreds of central Pennsylvania residents. Still family owned and operated, Feeser’s is now located on over 20 acres including 275,000 square feet of warehouse facilities with cooler, freezer and dry storage capabilities.,with service in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. For over 100 years, Feeser's and its employees have committed themselves to making customer service their highest priority.

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